2010 Honda Fr-V — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2010 Honda Fr-V passed 77.4% of its 474 recorded MOT tests. MPVs of a similar age fail 26.0% of the time, so this is 3.4pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.8% of tests against 11.0% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, headlamp aim and tread depth — position lamp alone was recorded 26 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 15.4% of 30-60k cars fail, rising to 29.5% once past 150k.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 35.9% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 13.3% of tests failed in 2021 against 27.3% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 14.8% | 70 |
| 2 | Suspension | 11.0% | 52 |
| 3 | Tyres | 7.8% | 37 |
| 4 | Brakes | 5.9% | 28 |
| 5 | Visibility | 5.9% | 28 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 2.9% | 14 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 26 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 21 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 20 |
| 4 | Wipers | 20 |
| 5 | Service brake performance | 19 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 18 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 35.9% | 170 |
| 2 | Tyres | 31.0% | 147 |
| 3 | Brakes | 28.7% | 136 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 16.0% | 76 |
| 5 | Other defects | 10.1% | 48 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 8.9% | 42 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 52 | 15.4% |
| 60-90k | 130 | 17.7% |
| 90-120k | 143 | 24.5% |
| 120-150k | 105 | 26.7% |
| 150k+ | 44 | 29.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 302 | 19.2% |
| Diesel | 172 | 28.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 90 | 13.3% |
| 2022 | 95 | 18.9% |
| 2023 | 106 | 26.4% |
| 2024 | 95 | 26.3% |
| 2025 | 88 | 27.3% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Fr-V
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 14.8% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (14.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (11.0% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Tyres (7.8% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2010 Honda Fr-Vs pass their MOT?
77.4% of the 474 2010 Honda Fr-V MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 22.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Honda Fr-V?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.8% of tests, followed by suspension (11.0%).
Does the 2010 Fr-V get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 15.4% in the 30-60k band to 29.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 474 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.